Halswell Hornets Rugby League Club Christchurch

NZRL 'Grassroots' club of the year 2010

Chris Baxter (CB) played for the Halswell Club from when he was 5 years old right through to Premiers. He then moved into coaching where he won 5 section one grand finals with various Halswell teams, 16s, Premier B’s and Premiers.

CB was also heavily involved in the administration side of the club, having been on the junior club committee and also a stint as club captain.

The HRFLC, in honour of CB’s memory, have named the HRLFC scholarship program after him.